The Finnish Dream

The Finnish Dream is a 5‑night private Arctic retreat at Octola, one of Finland’s most exclusive luxury lodges. Nestled on a vast 300-hectare wilderness estate near Rovaniemi, Octola offers complete seclusion, personalised service from a private butler and chef, and access to pristine Lappish landscapes.

Each day features private activities such as husky sledding, snowmobiling, reindeer sleigh rides, and snowshoeing—guided exclusively for you. Evenings are for Northern Lights watching from your panoramic lodge windows, outdoor hot tub or sauna. Wellness experiences include traditional smoke sauna sessions with ice-dip rituals, while full-board dining features seasonal, locally sourced cuisine.

Optional add-ons include ice fishing, wilderness skills workshops, and bespoke culinary experiences. With private transfers and every detail customised to your pace, The Finnish Dream is ideal for those seeking a luxury Lapland holiday, Northern Lights experience, or exclusive Arctic lodge escape, combining high-end comfort with authentic wilderness adventure.

The Finnish Dream offers a 5‑night private Lapland escape at Octola, a luxurious wilderness lodge in Finnish Lapland privately catering for up to 12 guests. Enjoy exclusive husky rides, snowmobiling, reindeer sleighs, and snowshoeing—all privately guided.

Watch the Northern Lights from your lodge or hot tub, and relax in your smoke sauna with ice-dip ritual. With a private chef, butler service, and full-board gourmet dining, every detail is tailored to you.

Optional extras include ice fishing and wilderness skills. Ideal for a luxury Arctic retreat, romantic Northern Lights holiday, or a private winter break in Finland with comfort, seclusion and adventure in equal measure.

Location Finland

Duration 3 Nights

Price per person from (excl. flights)

£110,500*

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Overview

Once upon a Finnish dream – luxury cabins in Finland

Octola Lodge is one of a handful of luxury, exclusive use cabins in Finland. An impressive accommodation in the heart of a huge private estate in Finnish Lapland combining a modern glass house, rustic wooden cabin and private luxury hotel all rolled into one.

A stay here is private, fully catered and all-inclusive including amazing activities. The property is accessible by car or helicopter year-round or even snowmobile during the winter time and is located on over 300 hectares of secluded wilderness. Your host, wilderness guides, butler and private chefs are all at your service for the duration of your stay in this incredible place.

Accommodation for up to 12 guests
Full Board (Private chef)
Private Guide for 5 Days
Activities as listed
Private Transfer from the airport (private helicopter transfers are extra, but can be arranged)

Your Trip, Your Way

This itinerary is just a starting point—a flavour of what’s possible. Whether you want to tweak the pace, upgrade your hotel, or deepen the culinary immersion, we’ll design your perfect trip from scratch.

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Octola Lodge

Arrive at Rovaniemi Airport and meet your private host with your VIP transfer to head straight to Octola Lodge. On arrival, you will receive a welcome reception and introduction with a tour of the property. This afternoon, depending on your flight arrival time you could head out on your first activity such as snowshoeing. This evening, relax in the panoramic sauna and outdoor hot tub area before a delicious 3-course dinner prepared for you by your private chef. After dinner, head out with your wilderness guide to search the skies for the Northern Lights.

@ Octola

Day 2

Explore

Enjoy a delicious chef-prepared breakfast this morning before heading out on a private snowmobile adventure into the woods. You will learn all about reindeer herding at Octola’s own private reindeer area and enjoy a delicious forest lunch. If you are travelling with children this is the time the kids will also be able to try out the mini snowmobiles! Return to the lodge and dine overlooking the beautiful landscape and hopefully the Northern Lights too.

@ Octola

Day 3

Husky Sledding

After breakfast today you will join your guide and head into the surrounding forests by husky sled. Enjoy the magical experience of flying over the snow and through the pre-prepared trails by dog sled; hear the dogs bark excitedly as they pull you along and enjoy the feeling of the crisp Arctic air on your face. Return to Octola for lunch with your chef before enjoying a trip to an exclusive handcraft shop where you will meet a local family and make your very own souvenirs. Evening at leisure to relax in the sauna and wellness area.

@ Octola

Day 4

A final breakfast prepared by your chef before taking your VIP transfer back to the airport.
This doesn’t have to be the end; speak to one of our Nordic Experience Curators on how to extend your stay or combine a stay here with somewhere else too.

@ Octola

Where You Could Stay

Octola Private Wilderness

Luxury Lapland, secluded, far from the crowd, to be at one with nature

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